After my recent post about Bruno Munari's ABC, I thought I'd share these images from a 1964 book by Irene Zacks called Space Alphabet. More can be found on wardomatic's flickr. Great inspiration for alphabet themed illustrations such as this ongoing set by Christina seen on her blog!

Sunday, 28 June 2009

I had a brilliant time in Stockholm! It's one of the most beautiful cities I've visited. And the people are all so friendly, not to mention stylish. I think if I had to recommend 5 things to do in Stockholm they probably would be to:

1 Go swimming in a lake!2 Rent a bike and explore the shopping district of Sodermalm3 Eat at Herman's veggie buffet restaurant (such amazing views of the city!)4 Go on a boat trip to one of the many islands5 Go dancing at one of the two Debaser clubs

Last night a new book arrived on my doorstep! I ordered this book as I thought some of the letter pages would make nice posters if I framed them, but now I'm in two minds as to whether to cut it up as the book's so pretty! Munari was an Italian designer who began as a Futurist, later working as an Art Director for Tempo Magazine, after which he began designing books for children, originally created for his son Alberto. He also wrote another book which looks fun, Bruno Munari's Zoo, seen below.

Sunday, 21 June 2009

Saw this recently on Design Sponge's guest blog and thought I'd share it here.. for the next couple of weeks the Charlotte Street Gallery in London is being transformed into Kate's Cafe, " a fantasy café brimming with beautifully knitted food artworks." Kate Jenkins has created some stunning works of art by crocheting food, with added sequins! Here are a few of the pieces, they're so detailed!

Friday, 19 June 2009

If anyone's in Nottingham next weekend this event looks good. It's organised by the Nottingham Craft Mafia as part of Sneinton Festival. It's the day after I get back from Stockholm so not sure if I will have the energy to make it but we'll see!